The Buenos Aires-based architecture firm Besonias Almeida Arquitectos recently completed a stunning holiday home out of board-marked concrete. While concrete is not usually associated with warm climates and coastal locales, the stark exterior provides a cool contrast to the surrounding seaside.
The S&S House is a breezy holiday home located along the Argentinian coastline. The home boasts board-marked concrete walls and warm wood detailing that offsets the stark grey tones. The thin concrete slabs are arranged to create a staggered frame that lets light shine in from above and from the front. As a result, the materials provide a low-maintenance solution for combating the coastal elements.
The unique design demonstrates how industrial materials such as concrete can be advantageous in coastal environments.
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Industrial Materials
- Exploring the advantages of industrial materials such as concrete in new and unexpected environments.
- Board-marked Concrete
- Innovative use of board-marked concrete in architectural designs for a unique and modern aesthetic.
- Coastal Architecture
- Utilizing unconventional materials and designs to create durable and functional structures in coastal regions.
Sectors Adopting This
- Construction
- Opportunity for construction companies to incorporate industrial materials in coastal home designs for increased durability and aesthetic appeal.
- Architecture
- Incorporating board-marked concrete in architectural designs to create visually striking and modern structures.
- Tourism and Hospitality
- Developing coastal holiday homes with unconventional materials to attract tourists looking for unique and modern vacation experiences.
